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Quest For The West #1
Rough and Tender
A ROUGH FRONTIERSMAN
Paid to escort Raven Delacour out of the Indiana Territory to the civilized East, Eben St. Claire had no doubt he could fulfill his bargain with Raven's dying father... until he met the ravishing spitfire who would be his charge. He'd have to tame her, but he never expected that, in her innocence, she would claim him body and soul.
A TENDER TEMPTRESS
Raven had the kind of beauty that could bring a man to his knees and a temper that could make him want to run for cover. As anger flared between them she hotly denied her own desires, vowing not to surrender to a passion that promised the heights of ecstasy... and a journey filled with perils more dangerous than the untamed land.
Paid to escort Raven Delacour out of the Indiana Territory to the civilized East, Eben St. Claire had no doubt he could fulfill his bargain with Raven's dying father... until he met the ravishing spitfire who would be his charge. He'd have to tame her, but he never expected that, in her innocence, she would claim him body and soul.
A TENDER TEMPTRESS
Raven had the kind of beauty that could bring a man to his knees and a temper that could make him want to run for cover. As anger flared between them she hotly denied her own desires, vowing not to surrender to a passion that promised the heights of ecstasy... and a journey filled with perils more dangerous than the untamed land.
376 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1991
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January 6, 2014
I'm not sure how I was lead to this book but it sounded a lot better than it was, IMO. The author writes that even though this was originally published in the early 90's that she had completely revamped it and made it better for today's romance readers since she was releasing this in e-format. That wasn't really true. Maybe she did update it but it still felt old. And really the story was slow and boring. The story was a good idea but the way it all played out didn't work for me. This couple was hot and cold, especially him, and it got boring. Yes he wants her but he won't keep her, but he still wants her but she's an innocent and he won't keep her, but he wants her and he makes her want him but he knows he won't keep her... on an on. I never grew to like him, either of them really. It's too bad because the end of the story incorporates the brother Jace and he sounds like his story might be more interesting, however, I'm not going to fall for that! I was not into this book and I'm not going to believe that the second book will suddenly be better than the first.
March 11, 2019
Exciting book!
As I read some of the other reviews, I am amused at the type of personalities an author chooses to instill in the characters. One reader was upset over the author's main female character, Raven's disposition. Her bratty attitude. If it weren't for the difference in personalities, the book would take on a different "flavor", if you will. Whether I personally dislike a character of not, it is the author's prerogative to the mold the character's personality to make them either compliment or conflict with other characters so the story has a theme and fluency. With that said, I have the book a 5 star rating because it contained the components I like in western romances. A thumbs up!👍
As I read some of the other reviews, I am amused at the type of personalities an author chooses to instill in the characters. One reader was upset over the author's main female character, Raven's disposition. Her bratty attitude. If it weren't for the difference in personalities, the book would take on a different "flavor", if you will. Whether I personally dislike a character of not, it is the author's prerogative to the mold the character's personality to make them either compliment or conflict with other characters so the story has a theme and fluency. With that said, I have the book a 5 star rating because it contained the components I like in western romances. A thumbs up!👍
December 10, 2022
Rough and Tender
I disliked that a lustful 33 year old man of the world took advantage of a young 19 year old naive and vulnerable girl until he wore her down and then continued to use her until it appeared he tired of her. I'm sorry that she became dependent on him but I liked that he came to his senses and married her.
I disliked that a lustful 33 year old man of the world took advantage of a young 19 year old naive and vulnerable girl until he wore her down and then continued to use her until it appeared he tired of her. I'm sorry that she became dependent on him but I liked that he came to his senses and married her.
November 10, 2019
Such an amazing story
Hard to put down. Been a while since I read a full book in less than a day. Eben and Raven were 2 awesome characters in this story. From their first meeting, their antagonism, falling in love, all the trials and triumphs. I loved reading this book
Hard to put down. Been a while since I read a full book in less than a day. Eben and Raven were 2 awesome characters in this story. From their first meeting, their antagonism, falling in love, all the trials and triumphs. I loved reading this book
November 11, 2019
A wonderful western romantic novel!
I really liked this story of two strong characters that were made for each other. Of course they had to learn about their love the hard way. Love did conquer all, life and love are wonderful. An exciting good book, thank you, Jack.
I really liked this story of two strong characters that were made for each other. Of course they had to learn about their love the hard way. Love did conquer all, life and love are wonderful. An exciting good book, thank you, Jack.
November 12, 2019
Absolutely love the h & H who have so much chemistry & a very volatile relationship. Unfortunately you do not know until the end of the book that there is a follow-up novella that can be purchased. But the book does end with a HEA.
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December 24, 2019Wonderful
All's well that ends well and this story is proof of that. This was a fine story of adventure and love and romance and jealousy. I thoroughly enjoyed this story as I am sure you will too.
All's well that ends well and this story is proof of that. This was a fine story of adventure and love and romance and jealousy. I thoroughly enjoyed this story as I am sure you will too.
February 12, 2020
An Enjoyable Read
I enjoyed the book very much, the only thing was I felt it ended to quickly. I would have enjoyed some interaction between the hero and his brother besides the one time toward the end.
I enjoyed the book very much, the only thing was I felt it ended to quickly. I would have enjoyed some interaction between the hero and his brother besides the one time toward the end.
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August 8, 2022The book was great until the last two chapters that didn't cover much detail! We needed interaction with Eben and his brother and his brother's family, and details about how Zeb accepted that his son-in-law killed his daughter.
June 30, 2024
I was hot and cold on this book. I enjoyed reading it, but some things bothered me. I wasn't always sure where the story was going, and the age difference between the hero and heroine was a little icky. But overall it was a good story with a solid romance.
November 7, 2019
Enjoyable
Book. Some foul language that was not necessary, will probably read next book. The characters were interesting. Story flowed well
Book. Some foul language that was not necessary, will probably read next book. The characters were interesting. Story flowed well
November 10, 2019
Such a good story, loved the characters.
November 11, 2019
Rough and Tender (#1)
I really enjoyed this book. The characters were interesting and the story line was good. I couldn’t put this book down until I finished it.
I really enjoyed this book. The characters were interesting and the story line was good. I couldn’t put this book down until I finished it.
November 14, 2019
Good
I enjoyed reading this book. Liked the main characters, but would have liked to know a little bit more about what happened to Eben's family.
I enjoyed reading this book. Liked the main characters, but would have liked to know a little bit more about what happened to Eben's family.
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November 14, 2019Terrific!
An excellent story filled with romance, intrigue, and lasting friendships. Eben and Raven are finally wed and have a happily ever after love.
An excellent story filled with romance, intrigue, and lasting friendships. Eben and Raven are finally wed and have a happily ever after love.
January 22, 2020
Fun, informative, and romantic.
This book will hold your attention. The story is written to captivate and entertain you. Fast paced journey to drawl .you into their jouney.
This book will hold your attention. The story is written to captivate and entertain you. Fast paced journey to drawl .you into their jouney.
March 18, 2020
I enjoyed reading this book. I had never read one of her books
First time reading this author. I can't wait to start the next one. A real nice love story . It took him long enough.
First time reading this author. I can't wait to start the next one. A real nice love story . It took him long enough.
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April 7, 2021Freebie. Need to confirm eFormat integrity.
March 17, 2023
So many twists... that keep you from turning down the book... but I would prefer something less complicated... glad that Reven found someone who loved her and that Even found a place to call home.
July 17, 2020
It is a great book to read
April 2, 2015
Really good read....
It's funny and sometimes frustrated but in a way the couple are sweet and cute cause they are still young. well for the female character. I'm not a spoiler so I will just leave it at that.
It's funny and sometimes frustrated but in a way the couple are sweet and cute cause they are still young. well for the female character. I'm not a spoiler so I will just leave it at that.
August 28, 2025
The plot sounded interesting and as I started reading it I was intrigued.
But later on it dragged.
But later on it dragged.
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